GCC, MWL Condemn Targeting of 'World Central Kitchen' Aid Convoy in Gaza

People gather Tuesday around a World Central Kitchen vehicle that the organization says was hit in an Israeli strike on Monday in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza. (Mohammed Saber/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
People gather Tuesday around a World Central Kitchen vehicle that the organization says was hit in an Israeli strike on Monday in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza. (Mohammed Saber/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
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GCC, MWL Condemn Targeting of 'World Central Kitchen' Aid Convoy in Gaza

People gather Tuesday around a World Central Kitchen vehicle that the organization says was hit in an Israeli strike on Monday in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza. (Mohammed Saber/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)
People gather Tuesday around a World Central Kitchen vehicle that the organization says was hit in an Israeli strike on Monday in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza. (Mohammed Saber/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock)

The Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, expressed his strong condemnation and deep dismay at the targeting of a convoy belonging to the "World Central Kitchen" organization in the Gaza Strip.

He said the incident represents a blatant continuation of the series of crimes and violations committed by the Israeli occupation, which is contrary to international law and humanitarian principles.
According to the GCC statement, Albudaiwi also called on the international community to fulfil its role in putting an end to these serious Israeli violations and to protect innocent civilians and workers of humanitarian and relief organisations in order to avoid further escalation of the crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Albudaiwi extended his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the victims' families, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
Also, the Muslim World League has strongly condemned the Israeli occupation forces' attack on the World Central Kitchen aid convoy in the Gaza Strip, denouncing it as a blatant violation of international and humanitarian laws.
Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa expressed deep concern over the targeting of missions and relief organizations, as well as their personnel, SPA reported.

He reiterated the urgent need to cease these egregious violations against defenceless civilians and humanitarian workers.
Sheikh Al-Issa extended heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims affected by the attack, while also wishing a swift recovery to those injured.



Saudi Arabia Welcomes Agreement between Yemen Govt, Houthis

Saudi Arabia reiterates its continued support for the Yemeni government and people. (Asharq al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia reiterates its continued support for the Yemeni government and people. (Asharq al-Awsat)
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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Agreement between Yemen Govt, Houthis

Saudi Arabia reiterates its continued support for the Yemeni government and people. (Asharq al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia reiterates its continued support for the Yemeni government and people. (Asharq al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia welcomed on Wednesday the agreement announced by the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg, between the Yemeni government and the Houthi group.
The agreement was reached on Tuesday between the legitimate Yemeni government and Iran-backed Houthi militias to de-escalate the situation with regard to the Yemeni banking sector and the national airlines, Yemenia.
The Saudi foreign Ministry stressed Riyadh’s unwavering support for Yemen, its government and people, expressing keenness on de-escalation.
In a statement on its X account on Wednesday, the Ministry said it looks forward to the Yemeni parties sitting for dialogue under the patronage of the UN envoy's office to discuss all economic and humanitarian issues in the hopes of paving the way for a comprehensive political solution for the Yemeni crisis.